Question

a. describing matter 1. a form of matter is another name for a(n) ______ of matter. a. the three most common states of matter on earth are solids, ______, and gases.

Explanation:

1.

In the context of matter, a "form of matter" is synonymous with a "state" of matter (like solid, liquid, gas).

The three common states of matter on Earth are solid, liquid, and gas. So the missing term is liquid.

Answer:

state

a.